1) Assist lawyers with preparation and filing of court documents

2) Handle e-filing and monitor case management dates

3) Maintain proper filing systems for litigation matters

4) Liaise with clients, court registry and relevant authorities

5) Assist in preparing hearing/trial bundles

1) Handle Sub-Sale Sale & Purchase Agreements (SPA)

2) Prepare and manage Sub-Sale Loan Documentation

3) Liaise with banks, clients and agents

4) Manage files from opening to completion

(1) Senior Associate - Litigation / Dispute Resolution (Approximately 5 Years PQE)

Role Overview
Our client is seeking a capable Senior Associate with approximately 5 years' PQE and a strong litigation background. The successful candidate should be confident in handling matters independently and managing client relationships with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities
-Handle litigation matters independently from inception to completion
-Conduct court hearings and trials
-Draft pleadings, affidavits, written submissions, and other court documents
-Manage interlocutory applications
-Work closely with Partners on complex dispute strategy
-Provide guidance to junior lawyers

(2) Associate - Litigation / Dispute Resolution (2 Positions)

Role Overview
Our client is open to Associates across varying levels of PQE. Candidates with litigation and/or debt recovery experience will be viewed favourably. The role offers strong exposure to court work and active involvement in dispute resolution matters.

Key Responsibilities
-Assist in managing litigation and dispute resolution files
-Draft pleadings, affidavits, submissions, and related documents
-Attend court for case management, hearings, and trials
-Conduct legal research and assist with case strategy
-Manage files and meet procedural deadlines
-Liaise with clients and relevant stakeholders

-Lead and manage complex employment and labour law matters, including advisory, transactional, and contentious work.
-Advise corporate clients, multinational companies, and senior executives on employment contracts, workplace investigations, restructuring, retrenchments, and compliance matters.
-Represent clients in employment-related disputes, mediations, and proceedings before relevant tribunals and courts.
-Develop and execute strategies to grow the employment practice.
-Mentor and supervise associates within the team.
-Contribute to business development initiatives, thought leadership, and client relationship management.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Commercial Contract Management:
-Draft, review and advise on a wide range of commercial and operational contracts, including procurement and supply agreements, services agreements, construction and project-related contracts (including EPCC where applicable) variation orders, supplemental agreements and amendments inter-company agreements
- Ensure contractual terms align with approved commercial positions and Group risk appetite.

2. Contract Advisory & Support
-Provide day-to-day legal support to SBUs, project teams and internal stakeholders on contractual interpretation, rights and obligations.
-Assist in identifying contractual risks and propose practical mitigation measures.

3. Contract Lifecycle Management
-Support contract execution, variation management and post-award administration.
-Assist in managing contractual issues such as claims, extensions of time, LAD exposure and termination triggers, under the guidance of the Senior Manager.

4. Stakeholder & Counterparty Engagement
- Liaise with internal stakeholders, counterparties and external advisers on contract-related matters.
- Support negotiations with vendors, contractors and consultants under supervision.

5. Standard Templates & Continuous Improvement
- Assist in the development, maintenance and implementation of Group-standard contract templates and clauses.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of contract processes and legal documentation.

6. Dispute Prevention & Support
- Support dispute avoidance through clear drafting and early identification of issues.

Key Responsibilities :

1. Commercial Contract Management:
-Lead the drafting, review and negotiation of complex commercial contracts, including: EPCC / construction contracts, procurement and supply agreements, services agreements, variation orders (VOs), supplemental agreements and amendments and inter-company agreements.
-Ensure contracts accurately reflect agreed commercial positions and protect the Group's legal and financial interests.

2. Project & Operational Support:
-Provide legal and contractual support to SBUs and project teams throughout the contract lifecycle, including pre-award structuring and risk allocation; contract execution and variations; and post-award contractual interpretation and dispute avoidance.
-Advise on contract administration issues, claims, extensions of time, LAD exposure and termination rights.

3. Governance, DAL & Approval Framework
-Ensure all commercial contracts and variations comply with Group Delegated Authority Levels (DAL); procurement and approval policies and Board / Management approval requirements.
-Advise Management on the appropriate approval route (PR, Management approval, Board Paper) for unbudgeted or high-value contracts.

4. Risk Identification & Mitigation
-Identify legal, contractual and commercial risks and propose practical mitigation strategies.
-Escalate material risks to the Head of Group Legal and relevant governance forums where appropriate.
-Support dispute prevention through clear drafting and early legal intervention.

5. External Stakeholder & Counterparty Management
-Lead contractual negotiations with external counterparties, consultants, contractors and suppliers.
- Work closely with external legal advisers on complex or high-risk commercial matters, ensuring cost efficiency and alignment with Group positions.

6. Standardisation & Legal Frameworks
-Develop, maintain and continuously improve Group-wide contract templates, playbooks and standard clauses.
-Drive consistency in contract structures and risk positions across SBUs.

7. Cross-Functional Collaboration
-Work closely with Group Procurement, Finance, Treasury, Project, Risk and Compliance teams to ensure integrated decision-making.
-Provide clear legal guidance to non-legal stakeholders in a commercially practical manner.

8. Team Leadership & Capability Building
-Mentor and guide Legal Managers / Legal Counsels in commercial contract matters.
-Support capability building and knowledge transfer within Group Legal and SBUs.

1)To handle conveyancing matters independently, including subsale transactions and/or developer projects from inception to completion.

2)To draft, review and advise on Sale & Purchase Agreements, loan documentation, tenancy agreements, and other related conveyancing documents.

3)To liaise with clients, developers, financial institutions, agents, and relevant authorities to ensure smooth transaction processes.

4)To manage files efficiently, monitor timelines, and ensure compliance with all regulatory and procedural requirements.

5)To provide clear legal advice and updates to clients throughout the transaction process.

6)To attend to signing appointments and oversee completion matters.

1) To conduct trials independently and represent clients in court proceedings.

2)To manage case management processes, including e-review and electronic filing systems.

3)To attend Court for both contentious and non-contentious matters.

4)To draft and prepare cause papers, pleadings, and other court documents.

5)To prepare well-reasoned legal opinions and provide strategic legal advice to clients.

6)To handle settlement negotiations and draft settlement agreements and related documentation.

7)To provide regular case updates to clients and effectively manage the progress of files to ensure timely completion and compliance with court timelines.

1)Advising and reviewing loan documents, which includes facility agreements, security
documents and other transaction documents, to ensure compliance with internal
policies and risk management practices.
2)Advising, reviewing and negotiating changes to standard facility letters, board resolutions,
and corporate guarantees to ensure that commercial objectives are achieved and internal
approvals are obtained.
3)Assist the deals team and other stakeholders by carrying out transaction management
role for loan transactions.
4)Reviewing and advising on non-standard corporate authorisation documents of banking
customers.

1) Assist in trade mark, patent and design prosecution matters

2) Update database records and monitor statutory deadlines

3) File official forms via relevant IP portals

4) Provide secretarial and administrative support, including file opening, maintenance and general office matters